Health and Wellness
2 hours ago
Washington Department of Health continues to recommend COVID-19 vaccine for state residents
Washington's Department of Health adds that appointments for COVID vaccines will remain available to any resident who wants them.
3 hours ago
Heather Meadows Visitor Center closes as air quality worsens in Whatcom County
Throughout Friday, levels have varied between 160 to 175. Any levels above 150 are considered unhealthy for anyone.
5 hours ago
Dry conditions continue to fuel Perry Fire in near Ross Lake
Northwest winds could push more polluted air from the fire towards Maple Falls and Everson throughout Friday.
1 week ago
New website tracks tree canopy rating in Washington state
The free online map looks at how the number of trees in any given neighborhood contributes to the health of residents and how temperature is affected by tree cover.
1 week ago
COVID-19 cases rise in Whatcom, Skagit Counties this summer
The latest data from the Washington Department of Health shows that since late July, ER visits for COVID symptoms have been on the rise.
1 week ago
September is Emergency Preparedness Month: Tips to prepare for, survive, recover from disaster
In a major disaster, residents are often their own “first responder.” After an earthquake, tsunami or other major catastrophe, police, firefighters and EMTs will be called in many directions. It could take days, even weeks, before help arrives.
1 week ago
FDA, Whatcom County announces recall after reported salmonella contamination in Deep-Brand products
The FDA and Whatcom County Health Department recommend throwing out the 1 lb. and 12 oz bags of the products and cleaning with hot, soapy water all surfaces that the food has touched.
2 weeks ago
Whatcom County issues warning of radioactive-contaminated shrimp sold in state
The product was sold between July 17 and Aug. 8 under the brand names Sand Bar, Best Yet, Arctic Shores, Great American and First Street.
2 weeks ago
CONTRIBUTED: Prepare in a Year – Utility Safety
In Emergency Management, we talk about preparing during “blue sky days” for the “gray sky days” when disasters emerge. Here’s…
3 weeks ago
CONTRIBUTED: Prepare in a Year – Summer Fire Safety
Did you know approximately 90% of all wildfires are human-caused? Meanwhile, fires in the home might or might not be the residents’ fault – but will 100% affect them.
3 weeks ago
CONTRIBUTED: Lessons from the Tsunami for Whatcom County residents
While the forecast tsunami was not a disaster on any level, it was, on every level, a good thing for us in Whatcom County. Why? Because of all we learned.
3 weeks ago
Rabies-infected bat found in child’s bedroom in Skagit County
Residents are advised to avoid contact with wild animals, especially bats, and to keep their pets' vaccinations up to date.
3 weeks ago
Elevated biotoxins close recreational shellfish harvest in Birch Bay
Before harvesting shellfish, check for biotoxin and pollution closures by using the Washington Shellfish Closure map or by calling the Department of Health Biotoxin Hotline at 1-800-562-5632.
4 weeks ago
Health officials investigate what could be Washington state’s first locally acquired malaria case in Pierce County
The department says the risk to the public is very low as it works with the state Department of Health and CDC to investigate the source of the infection.
